New GoPro Hero12 Doubles Battery Life and Adds Tripod Threads (Finally)

New Hero12 Black doubles battery life, adds 5.3K/4K HDR video, Bluetooth audio support, and standard tripod threads
Improved image processing promises smaller files without sacrificing quality
Supports vertical capture for social media, plus new Max Lens Mod for wider perspectives
More durable design with scratch-resistant lens coating and simplified controls
Available for preorder now at $400, with new 48-inch extension pole and waterproof wireless shutter accessory

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Posted 9/6/2023, 12:59:16 PM